Cashews: Nutrition Facts
Cashews are a tree nut native to Brazil and widely grown across the tropics. Compared with most other nuts, cashews are higher in carbohydrate and lower in fiber. The figures here are for raw cashew kernels, USDA standard reference.
| Energy (kcal) | Protein (g) | Carb (g) | Fiber (g) | Fat (g) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 553 | 18.2 | 30.2 | 3.3 | 43.9 |
Percent Daily Value by serving
| Serving | Energy (kcal) | Protein (g) | Carb (g) | Fiber (g) | Fat (g) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 100 g | 553 (28%) | 18.2 (36%) | 30.2 (11%) | 3.3 (12%) | 43.9 (56%) |
| 1 oz (~28 g) | 157 (8%) | 5.2 (10%) | 8.6 (3%) | 0.9 (3%) | 12.4 (16%) |
| 1/4 cup (~34 g) | 188 (9%) | 6.2 (12%) | 10.3 (4%) | 1.1 (4%) | 14.9 (19%) |
Percent Daily Value shows how much a nutrient in one serving contributes to a daily diet, based on the United States Food and Drug Administration reference intake of 2,000 calories a day. The FDA notes that 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice and that individual needs vary. The values below are calculated from the USDA macros for this food. FDA Daily Value on the Nutrition and Supplement Facts Labels (21 CFR 101.9), accessed 2026-06-05.
| Serving | Amount | % Daily Value |
|---|---|---|
| Energy (kcal) | 553 | 28% |
| Protein (g) | 18.2 | 36% |
| Carb (g) | 30.2 | 11% |
| Fiber (g) | 3.3 | 12% |
| Fat (g) | 43.9 | 56% |
How much protein in Cashews?
Cashews, raw, contains 18.2 g of protein per 100 g, per the USDA FoodData Central entry cited below. A typical 1 oz (~28 g) serving therefore provides about 5.2 g of protein.
How many calories in Cashews?
Cashews, raw, supplies about 553 kcal per 100 g. A 1 oz (~28 g) serving works out to roughly 157 kcal.
Common serving sizes
- 1 oz (~28 g): 157 kcal, 5.2 g protein, 12.4 g fat
- 1/4 cup (~34 g): 188 kcal, 6.2 g protein, 14.9 g fat
Source: USDA FoodData Central, fdcId 170162, accessed 2026-05-28
References
- Nuts, cashew nuts, raw - USDA FoodData Central. USDA FoodData Central. Accessed 2026-05-28.
Last reviewed: 2026-05-28